Project Coordinator III

itD is seeking a Project Coordinator III to support hardware inventory management, device logistics, and procurement activities for a Research and Development team. The ideal candidate will bring experience coordinating operational processes, managing inventory and purchase requests, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external vendors, and improving workflow efficiency using AI-powered tools.

Location: Onsite – Redmond, WA

Pay Rate: $25 - $29.88 per hour, Depending on experience.

Duration: 12 months

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and distribution of hardware prototypes and commercial devices, ensuring accurate inventory records and timely device availability.
• Coordinate device transfers with the logistics team and conduct periodic inventories of prototypes and commercial hardware.
• Facilitate procurement of additional commercial devices based on inventory levels and operational needs.
• Execute procurement activities for the Research and Development team, including submitting purchase requests and tracking them through each stage of the procurement process.
• Collaborate with external vendors and cross-functional partners to resolve procurement, logistics, and invoicing issues, escalating cases when necessary.
• Maintain project documentation, inventory records, and document templates while identifying recurring operational issues and opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform firmware updates on hardware prototypes and leverage AI-powered tools to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.

Internal Responsibilities

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• 3+ years of experience in a project coordination or similar coordination role.
• Experience using communication and productivity tools, including Outlook, Calendar, and Office 365.
• Experience maintaining project documentation and document templates, and reviewing and presenting reports to management.
• Experience leveraging AI-powered tools to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including technical teams, to resolve operational issues.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while sharing information with team members.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience maintaining a hardware inventory tracking program.
• Experience using project management tools.
• Experience coordinating hardware logistics, device transfers, or procurement activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.